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The Manhattan Jaspers are composed of 19 teams representing Manhattan University in intercollegiate athletics. The Jaspers compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.[3]

Key Information

Manhattan University fields 19 Division–I athletic teams for men and women, including basketball, soccer, golf, rugby, baseball and softball, tennis, lacrosse and volleyball. Historically track and field has been the school's strongest sport.[4]

The Jaspers nickname comes from Brother Jasper of Mary, F.S.C., who was a memorable figure at the school. He was head of resident students, athletic director, and baseball coach during the late 1800s.[5]

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Men's sports Women's sports
Baseball Basketball
Basketball Crew
Crew Cross Country
Cross Country Lacrosse
Golf Soccer
Lacrosse Softball
Soccer Swimming & diving
Swimming & diving Tennis
Track and Field† Track and Field†
Volleyball
† – Track and field includes both indoor and outdoor.

Baseball

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The college annually played the New York Giants (who moved to San Francisco in the 1950s) in the late 1880s and into the 1890s at the Polo Grounds and Manhattan is credited by the Baseball Hall of Fame with the practice of the "seventh inning stretch" spreading from there into major league baseball.[6] It is written in the Baseball Hall of Fame that "During one particularly warm and humid day when Manhattan College was playing a semi-pro baseball team called the Metropolitans at a park near 107th street, Brother Jasper noticed the Manhattan students were becoming restless and edgy as Manhattan came to bat in the seventh inning of a close game. To relieve the tension, Brother Jasper called time-out and told the students to stand up and stretch for a few minutes until the game resumed." In 1982, The New York Times reported that almost 800 alumni stood in unison at a dinner to honor the 100th anniversary of Brother Jasper Brennan's seventh inning stretch.[7]

Luis Castro, a Manhattan University alumnus, was the first Latin American born player to play in Major League Baseball in the United States, and the first Latin American since Cuban player Esteban Bellán in 1873 to play professional baseball.

On July 15, 2014, it was announced that Manhattan University's baseball team will use Dutchess Stadium as their home field.[8] The field used at Van Cortland Park through 2014 was not meeting NCAA standards.[9] The college looked into building their own field in The Bronx, but the land costs alone did not make such a project feasible.[10]

In 2020, the school's baseball team moved back to the refurbished ball field at Van Cortland Park. Since the move was announced, there have been proposals to name Van Cortland Park's "field of dreams" after 1975 Manhattan graduate Joe Coppo. On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, Coppo was trapped in the north tower of the World Trade Center when the first plane struck, and he never made it out.[11]

Basketball

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Manhattan University has been playing basketball since 1904.[12] College basketball has always been a popular sport in the New York metropolitan area and interest in the sport expanded with the start of the National Invitation Tournament (NIT) in 1938. The NIT is considered the first national college basketball championship tournament and for years it was always played at Madison Square Garden. In 1940, Manhattan was one of five New York City colleges and universities that took over administration of the tournament. This arrangement was in place until 2005 when the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) purchased the rights to the NIT. Before the college's current home court, Draddy Gymnasium, was built in 1978, Manhattan hosted the majority of its home games at Madison Square Garden. Probably the team's greatest victory came at the end of the 1957–58 season when Manhattan upset the top seed West Virginia Mountaineers, led by Jerry West, in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Today the team's coach is John Gallagher. He previously served as the head coach at the University of Hartford from 2010 until 2022.

From 2011 to 2022, the team's coach was Steve Masiello. Masiello was an assistant coach at Manhattan in the early 2000s and came back to the school as head coach in 2011. During the 2013–2014 season, the Jaspers beat Iona in the MAAC Conference final and went on to play the University of Louisville in the first round of the NCAA tournament in a highly publicized game where Masiello coached against one of his mentors, Rick Pitino. During the 2014–15 season, the Jaspers again defeated Iona in the MAAC Conference final to earn their second straight trip to the NCAA tournament, where they lost to Hampton University in the play-in game for the round of 64.

With a record of 300–205, coach Ken Norton has the most wins in school history. When he was hired in 1946, Norton succeeded basketball coach Honey Russell. Norton also coached baseball and golf, and was the school’s athletic director when he retired in 1979. In 1977, he led the Jaspers to the Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) Intercollegiate Championship.[13]

The Lady Jaspers' first campaign was the 1978–79 season under head coach Michelle Blatt.[14] The Lady Jaspers current head coach is Heather Vulin. An assistant coach at Virginia Tech, Vulin came to Manhattan in 2016.[15]

Football

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Manhattan University had a football program from 1924–1942. The college team posted an all-time record of 194 wins, 198 losses and 22 ties.[16] The final coach for the school's football team was Herbert M. Kopf.[17] After the 1942 season, the school suspended intercollegiate football competition for World War II and then did not reactivate the program after completion of the war. The team was invited to the first ever Miami Palm Festival Game, predecessor to the Orange Bowl, played on January 2, 1933, University of Miami defeated Manhattan University, 7–0.[18][19] The team was revived in 1965 in the form of a club team, and existed until 1987.

Lacrosse

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The school participated in the first intercollegiate lacrosse game in the United States, playing New York University on November 22, 1877.

Manhattan's lacrosse program became Division I in 1996 playing in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC). They have qualified for the MAAC tournament 7 times (2000, 2002, 2004, 2005 and 2008–2010). In 2002 the Jaspers went undefeated in the MAAC (9–0), and won the MAAC Championship. They finished with an 11–6 record.[20] The Jaspers earned a bid to the NCAA Playoffs in 2002, playing Georgetown. They fell to Georgetown 12–7 in the first round of the NCAAs.[21] The program has produced a number of ALL-MAAC players.

The Lady Jaspers have won three MAAC Lacrosse Championships (2000, 2004, 2005).[22]

The Jaspers and Lady Jaspers home field is the historic Gaelic Park.

Rowing

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Manhattan University's rowing program holds much history, as well. The school is one of the original eight founding members of the Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta, the largest collegiate regatta in the United States. The race attracts over one hundred colleges and universities from the U.S. and Canada and thousands of student-athletes on the second Saturday of May. The team's coach, Allen Walz, along with the school's football coach at the time, Herbert M. Kopf, served as stewards to the regatta. In 1936 and 1938, Manhattan was one of two teams competing in the regatta, the other being Rutgers, on the Harlem River, where the team trains today. Both the men's and women's teams still compete in the Dad Vail Regatta today, as well as in the MAAC Championships, N.Y. State Championships, Knecht Cup and the C.R.A.S.H. B's World Indoor Rowing Championships.

Track and Field

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The Manhattan University Track and Field program has the richest athletic tradition in the school, amassing a total of 31 out of a possible 32 MAAC Indoor/Outdoor Track titles. In 1973, Manhattan University won the Indoor NCAA Championship along with setting a world record in the distance medley relay. Manhattan was also home to former American Record holder in the 5,000m Matthew Centrowitz Sr. The program was run by legendary coach/runner Fred Dwyer, who ran a 4:00.3 mile while at Villanova. Manhattan still remains a powerhouse on the east coast as one of the top programs around. Dan Mecca, men's and women's track and field head coach, was promoted to men's and women's cross country and track and field coach in 1993 after coaching the Jaspers' men's field events since 1986. During his 36 years, Manhattan won 17 MAAC Men's Indoor Team Titles, 14 Men's Outdoor Titles, 13 Women's Indoor Titles, 11 Women's Outdoor Titles, five MAAC women's Cross Country titles, and one IC4A men's indoor title. under the direction of Dan Mecca. Currently, Kerri Gallagher is in her seventh year at Manhattan University and her second as the program's Director of Cross Country, Track and Field. Gallagher, who was promoted to director in May 2021, was named head coach of Manhattan's men's & women's cross country, mid-distance and distance programs in July 2016.

Van Cortlandt Park, which is located near the college, is a prominent site for cross-country running. The park's trails are some of the most utilized cross-country courses in the country and is the venue for the annual IC4A or Intercollegiate Association of Amateur Athletes of America (ICAAAA) cross country championships. The 1968 and 1969 NCAA Men's Division I Cross Country Championships were hosted by Manhattan at Van Cortlandt.

1973 NCAA title

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Manhattan won the 1973 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships becoming the smallest school to win a Division I track title. Led by 1972 Olympians Anthony Colon of Puerto Rico and Michael Keogh of Ireland, the Jaspers won the title with 18 points and a 6-point margin.[23]

Rivalries

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Manhattan has long maintained rivalries with several local, and MAAC Conference opponents. The Jaspers' most notable rivals are the Fordham University Rams, with whom they compete in the "Battle of the Bronx", and the Iona Gaels.[24] The Jaspers also maintain a very strong rivalry with the Saint Peter's Peacocks and Siena Saints.

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The Manhattan Jaspers are the intercollegiate athletic teams representing Manhattan University, a private Catholic institution in Riverdale, New York, competing at the level as full members of the (MAAC). The program sponsors 19 varsity teams for men and women across sports such as , cross country, , , soccer, and diving, , and , with men's teams known as the Jaspers and women's as the Lady Jaspers. The nickname originates from Brother Jasper of Mary, F.S.C., who arrived at the university in 1861 as head of resident students, became its first , founded early extracurricular groups including the band and orchestra, and introduced as the inaugural varsity sport in 1864 while serving as its initial coach. Manhattan's athletic history spans over 160 years, beginning with in 1864, followed by men's in 1904 and cross country/track in 1912; the university also fielded football and programs in its early decades before discontinuing them. As one of the MAAC's four remaining founding members since the conference's establishment in 1980, the Jaspers expanded significantly in the late 1970s and 1980s to include starting with in 1978, in response to requirements, adding in 1979, softball in 1981, and others like women's soccer in 1991 and in 1997. Home to Draddy Gymnasium for indoor sports and for outdoor competitions including soccer and lacrosse, the program continues to evolve, with recent additions of women's , and tumbling, and men's announced in 2024. The Jaspers have garnered notable success, particularly in men's basketball with five MAAC tournament championships and eight NCAA Tournament appearances, including three victories such as the 1958 upset of and the 1995 win over during a program-record 26-5 season. Other highlights include the 1973 indoor national championship, the 2006 team's MAAC title and NCAA regional final run led by pitcher Chris Cody's 12-2 record, and the 2022 men's MAAC championship. Brother Jasper's influence extends to tradition, as he is credited with popularizing the during an 1880s game at the , a practice that spread to Major League Baseball.

History

Origins and early development

The athletic program at Manhattan College, known as the Jaspers, traces its origins to the late , with the establishment of the Jasper Athletic Association in 1893, which organized early competitions including field sports at the . emerged as one of the inaugural sports, introduced by Brother Jasper of Mary, F.S.C., who arrived at the college in and served as its first and coach, fostering the game among students in the post-Civil War era. Football followed soon after, with the program's first intercollegiate forming in 1895 and operating as an independent squad through its discontinuation in 1942. Brother Jasper played a pivotal role in shaping traditions, notably originating the during an 1880s game against the semi-professional Metropolitans, when he instructed restless student spectators to stand and stretch to refresh them amid humid conditions at the . This practice, initially a local custom, gained wider adoption after exhibition games against the . The early football program experienced varied success in its independent status, highlighted by competitive seasons in under coach Chick Meehan, who led the team from 1932 to 1937 and emphasized disciplined play during an era of growing intercollegiate rivalries. Basketball was introduced as a varsity sport in 1904, with the team's inaugural game resulting in a 36-21 loss to the Newark Institute, marking the beginning of a program that quickly became a staple in New York City's metropolitan sports scene. , including cross country, was formalized in 1912, with significant growth and participation in intercollegiate meets through the 1920s as the college expanded its facilities and coaching staff. Pre-World War II, the program also sponsored as a varsity sport, alongside minor offerings like wrestling and , which provided additional outlets for student athletes during the . The World Wars profoundly disrupted the Jaspers' athletic endeavors, with World War I leading to temporary suspensions of several teams due to enlistments and resource shortages, followed by a revival in the 1920s that added sports like golf and swimming. World War II prompted a more extensive halt, including the complete suspension of football after the 1942 season and a two-year pause in basketball from 1943 to 1945, as student-athletes served in the military; post-war revival focused on rebuilding core programs with renewed emphasis on student participation.

Post-war expansion and conference transitions

Following , Manhattan College revived several athletic programs amid a broader effort to rebuild campus life and student engagement. The varsity football team, which had been permanently discontinued in 1942 due to severe manpower shortages from wartime , was reintroduced as a club sport in 1965 through student-led fundraising efforts that raised over $9,000 in just four weeks. This club iteration, coached by figures such as Larry Kelly and Bob Baker, operated until its final game in November 1987 at , fostering traditions like and events that boosted despite ongoing budget and facility challenges. The post-war period also saw targeted expansions in varsity sports to diversify offerings and align with growing student interest. Men's soccer was added in 1967, providing a new outlet for intercollegiate competition in a sport gaining popularity on urban campuses. Swimming followed suit with the appointment of John Carey as coach in 1960, leading to multiple Metropolitan Championships and establishing the program as a staple of the athletic department. Men's lacrosse was added as a varsity sport in 1996. Conference affiliations evolved to support this growth, culminating in Manhattan's role as a founding member of the (MAAC) in 1980, with competition commencing in the fall of 1981. This charter status alongside institutions like and College provided a stable framework for scheduling and championships across multiple sports, replacing prior independent or regional alignments. Meanwhile, the program, active as a varsity sport through at least the early with successes such as winning three events at the 1971 homecoming regatta, transitioned to club status during that decade amid shifting priorities and resources. In a more recent structural shift, Manhattan College transitioned to Manhattan University in August 2024 to reflect its expanded academic scope, including over 100 majors and graduate programs, though this change had minimal effect on athletics, preserving the longstanding "Jaspers" branding and mascot across all teams. By the 1980s, these developments had propelled the men's varsity program to eight sports—encompassing , , cross country, golf, soccer, swimming and diving, and —solidifying its presence in competition.

Modern era and recent changes

In the 2010s, Manhattan College revitalized its athletics program by elevating men's golf to varsity status in 2013, marking the first official schedule and roster for the team under guidelines. This addition aligned with broader efforts to expand competitive opportunities within the (MAAC), building on the program's historical roots dating back to the . The team participated in four tournaments that inaugural fall season, fostering growth in a that had been dormant for decades. The profoundly disrupted operations during the 2020-2021 academic year, leading to widespread cancellations and pauses across multiple sports. The men's and seasons were heavily impacted, with the 2020 MAAC Tournament abruptly terminated after the quarterfinals due to the outbreak, ending what had been a competitive postseason. programs faced similar challenges, including the cancellation of the 2020 spring outdoor season by the NCAA and the Manhattan College XC Invitational in fall 2020, while the 2020-2021 indoor and outdoor schedules were severely limited or postponed. These interruptions highlighted the Jaspers' resilience, as teams adapted through virtual training and delayed competitions. Recent years have seen continued program expansion, with the announcement on July 9, 2024, of men's as a new varsity debuting in the 2025-2026 season, alongside women's and acrobatics & tumbling. This growth reflects administrative priorities to enhance diversity in offerings and attract new talent to the MAAC. The and diving programs have maintained competitive edge through consistent performances, including breaking multiple school records at the 2015 MAAC Championships and strong showings in subsequent meets. Student-athletes have excelled academically as well, with Manhattan earning over 200 MAAC Academic Honor Roll selections annually in recent years—for instance, 247 in 2024-2025—surpassing the conference average and underscoring a commitment to holistic development. The 2022-2023 academic year featured centennial celebrations commemorating 100 years of Manhattan College's presence in , with athletics playing a central role through events like a special recognition at on September 23, 2023, attended by over 1,000 Jaspers supporters. These festivities highlighted the program's enduring ties to the Riverdale community since the campus relocation in , reinforcing institutional pride amid ongoing modern adaptations.

Varsity sports

Baseball

The Manhattan Jaspers baseball program, one of the oldest in the United States, traces its origins to 1863, when it became among the earliest collegiate teams to adopt the sport formally. Founded under the guidance of Brother Jasper, the program's early years emphasized the game's growing popularity on campus, establishing a tradition of competitive play that has endured for over 160 years. As a member of the (MAAC) since 1982, the Jaspers have built a legacy centered on consistent regional contention, with multiple conference titles highlighting periods of excellence. The team has secured MAAC regular season championships in 1987, 1992 (as East Division co-champions), 2008, 2009, , and , demonstrating sustained success within the conference. These victories propelled the Jaspers to four NCAA Tournament appearances, including regional berths in , , and , with the most recent in 2012 where they competed in the Chapel Hill Regional before falling to Coastal Carolina and . Notable include Buddy Hassett (class of 1933), who enjoyed an eight-year MLB career with the , , and New York Yankees, batting .292 overall and contributing to the ; second baseman Chuck Schilling (1958), a three-time All-Star with the Boston Sox from 1961 to 1965; and recent pitchers Joe Jacques (2018) and Tom Cosgrove (2017), both of whom debuted in MLB in 2023 with the Boston Red Sox and Padres, respectively. Historically, the Jaspers have played home games at Gaelic Park in Riverdale, New York, since the 1920s, a multi-sport venue that hosted the program through the 2021 season and fostered a strong local fan base. In 2022, due to ongoing campus development, the team relocated to Clover Stadium in Pomona, New York, approximately 35 miles north of the Bronx, where it has continued MAAC play. The program's coaching lineage includes Steve Trimper, who led from 1999 to 2005 and amassed 172 wins, guiding the team to multiple winning seasons and laying groundwork for future conference contention. Subsequent coaches David Miller (2022–2024) and current head coach Steven Rosen (interim in 2024, full-time since June 2025) have focused on rebuilding, with Rosen, at age 29 upon appointment, emphasizing pitching development and recruitment as the youngest active Division I head coach. In recent years, the Jaspers have navigated transitional performance, posting a 22–30 overall record (10–14 in MAAC play) during the 2024 season under Miller's final year, reflecting challenges in consistency while competing against regional powers. This outcome included a mid-season push to secure a playoff spot, underscoring the program's resilience amid venue changes and roster turnover.

Basketball

The Manhattan Jaspers men's basketball program was established in 1904, marking one of the oldest varsity sports at the institution, with the team competing continuously since its inception except for a two-year hiatus during . Early competition included regional matchups that helped build the program's foundation in intercollegiate play, emphasizing disciplined fundamentals in an era when was rapidly evolving as a . Over its history, the Jaspers have achieved notable postseason success, including eight appearances in the NCAA Tournament, with the most recent in 2015 after winning the MAAC Tournament championship that year. The program has also earned 18 bids to the (NIT), the last coming in 2006. Among the standout eras, the mid-1990s under head coach produced the program's best season in 1994–95, when the Jaspers finished 26–5 overall and 12–2 in MAAC play to claim the regular-season title, securing an at-large NCAA bid despite a tournament semifinal loss. Fraschilla's tenure also included a 1993 MAAC Tournament championship, the first in program history, which propelled Manhattan to its NCAA debut that year. The Jaspers play their home games at Draddy Gymnasium on the Manhattan College campus in the Bronx, a 2,345-seat venue that fosters an intimate, high-energy atmosphere for supporters. Key rivalries, particularly the annual matchup against , add intensity to the MAAC schedule, with the series dating back to 1946 and featuring closely contested games that often influence conference standings. Since 2023, John Gallagher has served as head coach, bringing a defensive-oriented philosophy honed during his prior tenure at , where his teams ranked among the nation's top units in three-point defense on multiple occasions. Gallagher's approach emphasizes perimeter containment and rebounding, aiming to elevate the Jaspers' standing in a competitive conference. Through the 2024–25 season, the program holds an all-time record of 1,446–1,351 (.517 winning percentage), underscoring a legacy of resilience and periodic excellence in Division I .

Cross country and track and field

The program at Manhattan College was established as a regular intercollegiate in –1913, with early successes in regional competitions fostering its growth as a of the athletic department. Cross country was formalized as a major varsity in , expanding the program's emphasis on endurance events and team relays, which quickly led to strong performances in metropolitan meets at . The men's team achieved its pinnacle in 1973 by winning the Indoor Championship in , tallying 18 points to edge out and becoming the smallest school ever to claim a Division I title, highlighted by a world-record of 9:43.8. This victory built on a tradition of excellence in the Intercollegiate Association of Amateur Athletes of America (IC4A), where the Jaspers secured multiple team titles, including indoor championships in 1951 and 1953, and cross country wins in 1947 and 1972. Upon joining the (MAAC) in 1981, the program continued its dominance with numerous indoor and outdoor sweeps, leading the conference with 14 men's and 11 women's titles overall; representative examples include the 1999–2000 women's indoor championship victory by 135 points (213 total) and consistent podium finishes in distance events since the . Notable alumni have elevated the program's legacy, including Olympian Frank Crowley, who competed for the in the 1500 meters at the 1932 Los Angeles Games after anchoring a world-record medley relay for the Jaspers, and Mike Keogh, a 1972 Olympian who won the two-mile at the 1973 NCAA indoors. In distance events, All-Americans such as Michael Kenny (1971, part of the NCAA champion ) and Aliann Pompey (2000, NCAA indoor 400m champion and first female national titlist for the school) underscore the focus on middle- and long-distance prowess. Home competitions for cross country are hosted at , site of the annual Manhattan University Invitational since 1972, while indoor track meets occur at the Draddy Gymnasium oval, resurfaced in 1996 and dedicated to three-time All-American Joseph Kearney. Coaching in the 2000s featured Joe Ryan, who guided the women's team to its first All-American in 2000, followed by Dan Mecca as head coach from 2014 to 2023, with Kerri Inman serving as director of cross country and since 2024, emphasizing recruitment and development in endurance disciplines.

Golf

The Manhattan Jaspers men's golf program was revived as a varsity sport in 2013, following a period of inactivity after when many college athletic programs faced budget constraints and were discontinued or scaled back. The team competes in the (MAAC) and practices at the historic Golf Course in , the oldest public golf course in the United States, located adjacent to campus. Since its reintroduction, the program has been led by head coach Mike Walsh from 2013 until 2022, when Keith Prokop took over, bringing professional playing experience and prior coaching success at Dominican University New York. Under Walsh's guidance, the Jaspers achieved significant milestones in MAAC competition, including setting a school-record team score of 297 in the second round of the championships, though Saint Peter's claimed the title. In 2016, Manhattan finished as runner-up to in a playoff at the MAAC Championships, marking the program's best postseason finish to date and highlighting their competitive resurgence. The team placed third in 2018, demonstrating consistency with strong performances on par-4 and par-5 holes. Although the Jaspers did not secure a team title in 2019, when won, the program continued to build depth through regular-season tournaments. Individual standouts have elevated the program, including Tim Hegarty, a former Jasper who qualified for events, showcasing the team's potential for professional pathways. In 2016, the squad posted competitive scores in regional invitational play, though they did not advance to NCAA regionals. Recent success peaked in , when senior Colby Norton earned MAAC honors for the lowest scoring average (75.88), finishing at -2 in the championships with the second-best 54-hole score in school history (211), helping the team to sixth place. Norton's performance underscored the program's emphasis on precision and consistency in a demanding individual excellence within . The women's golf program was established as a varsity sport in 2024, competing in the MAAC and practicing at Golf Course. In its inaugural season, the Lady Jaspers focused on building a competitive roster and participated in regional tournaments, marking the start of women's at Manhattan University.

Lacrosse

The Manhattan Jaspers men's program achieved varsity status in 1996, marking the beginning of its competitive history within athletics. In its inaugural season under head coach Joe Mongarella, the team compiled a 2-9 record while competing as an independent, facing challenges in establishing a foothold against established opponents. The program transitioned to conference play in 1998 upon joining the (MAAC), where it has remained a fixture, focusing on building a competitive foundation through disciplined play and gradual improvement in team cohesion. Early years emphasized foundational skills, with the Jaspers posting modest records such as 3-12 in 1998-99, but laying the groundwork for future success in a conference known for competitive balance. The Jaspers have secured two MAAC championships, in 2002 and 2022, both of which earned them automatic bids to the . In 2002, under Tim McIntee, Manhattan defeated Saint Joseph's 11-3 in the conference final before falling 12-7 to Georgetown in the NCAA first round, highlighting their emerging offensive capabilities led by players like Eugene Tanner, who amassed 187 career points. The 2022 title, clinched with an 8-7 victory over St. Bonaventure, represented the program's first championship in two decades and resulted in a 15-3 loss to Vermont in the NCAA opener, underscoring persistent defensive vulnerabilities against higher-seeded teams. These appearances remain the extent of Manhattan's NCAA postseason history, with conference performances often featuring strong regular-season showings, including a shared 2023 MAAC regular-season title (7-2 conference record). The team plays its home games at in Riverdale, New York, a multi-sport venue that supports the program's emphasis on physical, ground-based play. Defensively, the Jaspers have developed a reputation for robust strategies centered on 1v1 matchups, off-ball positioning, and ground ball dominance, as demonstrated in training drills popularized by former associate head coach John Odierna. These tactics prioritize quick transitions and physicality, enabling to control possession through aggressive ground ball pursuits and battles, where the team has historically excelled in conference play by forcing turnovers and limiting opponents' second-chance opportunities. Long-term coaching stability has been key, with Tim McIntee leading from 1998 to 2012 and accumulating 93 wins, fostering a culture of resilience. The current , Doug Sage, who assumed full duties in after serving as interim in 2023, continues this emphasis, building on a staff experienced in defensive progression. Notable include Ryan Wheeler (class of 2001), the first Jasper to play professionally in , exemplifying the program's pathway to higher levels. In the season, finished with an 8-9 overall record (8-4 MAAC), reaching the conference championship final as runners-up after defeating 8-7 in the semifinals, but falling short in the title game against .

Soccer

The Manhattan Jaspers men's soccer program, representing Manhattan University in competition, was established as a varsity in 1967. As a charter member of the (MAAC) since its inception in 1981, the team transitioned from independent status in its early years to conference play, competing against regional opponents in the Northeast. The program has historically emphasized international recruiting, drawing talent from , , and beyond to build a diverse roster; for example, recent seasons have featured players from , , , and , contributing to a multinational team dynamic. Home matches are hosted at in Riverdale, New York, a multi-sport facility that supports the team's outdoor schedule. In conference play, the Jaspers have achieved notable success, including a MAAC regular season championship in 1992, when they finished first and advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in program history. That season marked a high point in MAAC standings, with the team posting an undefeated record en route to the title. The Jaspers returned to the NCAA Tournament in 2017, their most recent appearance, after qualifying via strong league performance under then-head coach Jorden Scott. Overall MAAC standings have varied, with the team often finishing in the middle of the pack; in recent years, they have qualified for the postseason tournament multiple times, including as the sixth seed in 2024. A key rivalry is the against , highlighting local competition within the conference. The program has cultivated an offensive-oriented approach, with historical records reflecting strong scoring outputs from key contributors. Bo Kucyna holds the all-time career goals record with 34 from 1977 to 1980, a mark that underscores the team's emphasis on attacking play during its formative decades. Single-season highs include 51 goals in 1992, aligning with the MAAC title year and demonstrating peak offensive efficiency. Jorden Scott coached the team from 2013 to 2025, overseeing 35 wins between 2017 and 2021 and setting multiple program benchmarks in conference points and victories. In July 2025, Tom Giovatto was appointed as the sixth in program , bringing experience from programs. Giovatto's tenure began with the 2025 season. In the 2024 campaign, the Jaspers compiled a 5-8-3 overall record and 3-3-2 in MAAC play, securing a berth in the conference tournament as the No. 6 seed before facing elimination in the quarterfinals. This marked continued competitiveness in league standings, with the team outscoring opponents in key matches through balanced contributions from international recruits. The 2024 roster's offensive output included standout performances, such as multiple players earning All-MAAC honors, reinforcing the program's focus on scoring depth.

Swimming and diving

The Manhattan College swimming and diving program fields both men's and women's varsity teams that compete in as members of the (MAAC). The teams regularly participate in dual meets, conference championships, and postseason events like the (ECAC) championships, with a focus on building depth in sprint events and relay performances. The program has established several school records in events, highlighting strengths in team . The men's 400-yard freestyle record stands at 3:08.13, set in 2013 by a including Michael Ruddy and Lance Neuendorf. Individual swimmers have also contributed to record-breaking efforts, such as in the 100-yard freestyle and other sprint distances, supporting the team's emphasis on fast-paced, high-intensity training. In diving, the Jaspers have achieved notable success on the 1-meter board, with Connor Marshall setting the men's school record score of 237.83 during the 2019 season, surpassing the previous mark of 231.08. This performance underscored the program's development of technical precision and consistency in platform events, contributing to competitive finishes in MAAC diving competitions. The teams train at off-campus facilities, including the Jeffrey H. Loria Family Aquatic Center at for the 2024-2025 season, providing access to a modern 25-yard pool suited for both practice and meets. Recent MAAC performances show steady participation, with the men's team placing ninth in 2024 and the women competing closely in and events, though without titles in the period. NCAA qualifier appearances remain limited, but the program has qualified relays for ECAC finals, such as four relays advancing in 2025. Under head coach Brian Hansbury, appointed in June 2024, the program prioritizes academic and athletic balance, earning Scholar All-America honors from the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association in 2024. The 2025 recruiting class bolsters sprint events, led by Myles Brown, a freestyle specialist from Springfield Gardens, New York, who brings competitive times in the 50- and 100-yard freestyles to enhance depth.

Club and emerging sports

Rowing

The Men's Rowing Club at Manhattan University has maintained club status since its establishment in , serving as one of the founding institutions of the Dad Vail Regatta. As a non-scholarship program, it provides opportunities for male students of all experience levels to compete in novice and open weight classes, including coxswains, lightweights up to 160 pounds, and heavyweights. The team's competitive schedule centers on key (EARC) events, such as the Eastern Sprints, and the Dad Vail Regatta, the largest non-varsity intercollegiate rowing competition in the United States. Historically, Manhattan's program operated at the varsity level before its discontinuation in the early , during which time it achieved notable successes, including a Metropolitan Intercollegiate Rowing Association championship under coach Tom Delaney. The club now trains primarily on the waters off , with ergometer sessions and strength conditioning conducted during land practices at campus facilities, including brief utilization of for outdoor workouts. Emphasis is placed on refining technique to enhance boat speed, with winter and training trips supplementing the regimen to build endurance and synchronization. Recent competitions include participation in the 2024 Head of the Fish Regatta, where the novice eight-plus boat competed among collegiate entries on Fish Creek in , a dual meet against on March 29, 2025, a win in the Men's Varsity 4+ race against on April 8, 2025, and the Shark Invite on April 27, 2025. Coaching duties are handled by volunteer alumni, led by head coach Michael Ward, a 1991 Manhattan graduate and former Jasper oarsman inducted into the university's Athletic Hall of Fame for his contributions as both athlete and coach. The program fosters a focus on skill development over high-volume intensity, drawing on alumni expertise to mentor rowers in efficient strokes and race strategy. The men's club integrates with the women's varsity team through shared regatta appearances, such as dual competitions against common opponents like , promoting camaraderie and coordinated event logistics across genders.

Volleyball

In July 2024, Manhattan University announced the addition of men's volleyball as a varsity , marking the program's launch as part of a broader expansion of athletic offerings. The team will compete in its inaugural season during the 2025-26 academic year as a non-conference independent initially, with plans for full alignment in the () as an associate member. The expansion was driven by efforts to promote gender equity across the athletic department and to capitalize on the Northeast region's robust pipeline for recruits, bolstered by a $100,000 grant from the First Point Foundation to support program development. Chris Schortgen was appointed as the program's first head coach in October 2024, bringing experience from prior coaching roles to build a competitive foundation. Home matches will take place at Draddy Gymnasium on campus. Recruiting efforts have assembled an initial roster of 12 players, with an emphasis on athletes skilled in blocking and serving to establish a defensive-oriented style from the outset. The projected schedule features more than 20 matches, including contests against regional rivals such as and , primarily in the spring semester to align with NCAA men's norms. As of 2025, the team has conducted preseason training and held an intra-squad Green vs. White scrimmage on November 4, 2025, with the season scheduled to begin on January 10, 2026, against Penn State.

Facilities and venues

Gaelic Park

Gaelic Park is an outdoor multi-sport athletic complex located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, New York, at 4000 Corlear Avenue on Manhattan University's south campus. Originally established in 1926 by the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) as a venue for Irish sports like hurling and Gaelic football, reflecting the site's deep ties to Irish heritage, the facility was leased to Manhattan University by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in 1991, transforming it into the primary home for the Jaspers' outdoor teams. The complex features multiple synthetic turf fields used for soccer and , a softball diamond, and supporting amenities added through recent developments. Adjacent to , it provides convenient access for the Jaspers' cross country team to utilize the larger public park's trails and courses for training and meets. It serves as the home venue for the men's and women's soccer and programs. Significant renovations have modernized the site over the years. In 2006–2007, the main field underwent a major overhaul, including resurfacing, to improve playability for both college and community events. The 2018 Athletic Center project added sport-specific locker rooms, an athletic training room, and a lounge area, funded by private donations at a cost of $1.5 million, enhancing support for student-athletes in soccer, , and . Synthetic turf was replaced in the years leading up to this expansion to meet competitive standards. With a of 2,000 for soccer and contests, hosts Jaspers home games and select regional competitions, fostering a vibrant atmosphere for outdoor athletics amid its scenic setting.

Clover Stadium

, located in , approximately 35 miles from campus, has served as the home venue for the Manhattan Jaspers team since the 2022 season. The facility, with a of 4,500, features a professional-grade field previously used by the Rockland Boulders independent league team. It hosted the 2022 MAAC Baseball Championship.

Draddy Gymnasium and other indoor facilities

Draddy Gymnasium serves as the central indoor venue for the Manhattan Jaspers' and programs, functioning as the home court for both men's and women's teams. Completed in , this multi-purpose arena accommodates up to 2,345 spectators and supports a range of athletic activities under one roof. Beyond its primary role in team competitions, the gymnasium includes an indoor track for cross country and practice, along with batting cages for and training. These features enable year-round indoor operations, with the facility hosting events like the annual Jasper HS Invitational for high school track meets. Adjacent support facilities enhance training capabilities, including the John "Doc" Johnson Athletic Training Center, dedicated in 2003, which provides treatment tables, taping stations, and rehabilitation equipment for injury prevention and recovery. In 2015, the university opened a 5,215-square-foot fitness center equipped with cardio machines, circuit training stations, free weights, and stretching areas to bolster strength and conditioning programs. For swimming and diving, the Jaspers rely on off-campus indoor pools, such as the Jeffrey H. Loria Family Aquatic Center at , a modern eight-lane competition pool used for practices and meets as of the 2025 season. Ongoing improvements to Draddy Gymnasium ensure its functionality, including a comprehensive 2017 renovation that updated the , , and spectator areas to meet contemporary standards.

Championships and achievements

National titles

The Manhattan Jaspers men's program achieved its sole NCAA in 1973, winning the Division I Indoor title with a team score of 18 points at the Detroiter News Trophy Meet in . This victory marked the first and only Division I team national title in Manhattan College athletics history, making the Jaspers the smallest school ever to claim an NCAA indoor championship at the time, with an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2,800 students. The team clinched the title in dramatic fashion during the final event, the , where the quartet of John Lovett, , Yosef Jaffa, and Mike Keogh set a time of 9:44.0 to secure the win. Under head coach Fred Dwyer, the Jaspers built on a strong season that included a third consecutive Metropolitan Intercollegiate Championship and the IC4A indoor title, where they scored 45 points to nearly double the runner-up total. Seven team members earned honors, including Lovett, a five-time All-American overall, and Keogh, who also won the individual mile at the NCAA meet. This accomplishment highlighted the program's emphasis on distance events and teamwork, with Dwyer's leadership fostering an underdog spirit that propelled the team past larger programs like and UTEP. The Jaspers have not secured any other NCAA Division I national titles in men's track and field or across their athletic programs. While the 1973 indoor success represented a pinnacle, the program has continued to compete regionally, including additional IC4A honors in subsequent years, but without repeating at the national level.

Conference championships

The Manhattan Jaspers have secured 83 (MAAC) championships since becoming a member in 1981, establishing dominance across multiple sports. The program accounts for the majority of these successes, with the men's teams capturing 17 indoor titles and 14 outdoor titles, while the women's teams have won 13 indoor and 11 outdoor championships as of 2022 under longtime coach John Kelly. A notable achievement came in the 1999–2000 season, when the women's team swept both the indoor and outdoor MAAC titles, finishing 135 points ahead of second-place indoors and 84 points ahead outdoors. Prior to the MAAC era, the Jaspers won multiple Intercollegiate Association of Amateur Athletes of America (IC4A) championships, including team titles in the early that underscored the program's historical prestige—such as the 1973 NCAA indoor . In men's , Manhattan has claimed 13 regular-season titles and five championships (1993, 2003, 2004, 2014, 2015), with the 1993 and 1995 seasons marking early and regular-season successes, respectively. The program has earned two regular-season crowns and four victories. Men's has produced two MAAC titles, in 2002 (the program's first) and 2022, when the Jaspers defeated St. Bonaventure 8–7 in the final. The women's cross country team has secured five MAAC titles.

Rivalries and traditions

Key rivalries

The Manhattan Jaspers' most prominent rivalry is with the , stemming from their geographic proximity as New York City-area institutions and shared membership in the (MAAC). The series began on December 30, 1946, with Manhattan securing a 69-62 victory, and has since become a cornerstone of MAAC competition, often drawing intense fan interest due to the teams' locations just a few miles apart in and New Rochelle. Iona holds the all-time edge at 65-45 as of the end of the 2024-25 season, including a 32-13 home record and a 7-3 mark in the last 10 meetings. The rivalry extends to men's soccer, where the teams have met annually as MAAC foes since the conference's , contributing to heated regular-season clashes and occasional tournament encounters. Another longstanding Bronx-based rivalry pits the Jaspers against the in the "Battle of the Bronx," a competition that originated in the early across multiple sports. In football, the teams clashed regularly from the through Manhattan's program discontinuation after the 1942 season, with notable games highlighting local Catholic college intensity before disruptions. The rivalry shifted primarily to post-1942, where the Jaspers maintain a slight 60-55 all-time lead as of the end of the 2024-25 season, including victories in two of the last three encounters; the series has produced close contests, such as Manhattan's 78-76 overtime win in the 2024 renewal. This matchup remains a highlight of non-conference scheduling, evoking historical ties between the two Bronx universities. Within the MAAC, the Jaspers share a competitive series with the , marked by closely contested games and shifting momentum over nearly three decades. Manhattan leads the all-time record 27-23 as of the end of the 2024-25 season, with holding an 18-9 home advantage and multiple instances of late-game drama, such as Manhattan's 70-68 comeback victory on March 1, 2024, to overcome a 13-point deficit. The series, dating to 1997, has seen claim seven-game winning streaks, underscoring its status as a gritty conference grudge match. In men's , Manhattan has faced the in key MAAC tournament matchups during the and 2020s, including the 2022 MAAC championship game where Fairfield prevailed amid the Stags' conference dominance. The teams met in postseason play, with Manhattan challenging in such encounters; overall, these have fueled regional rivalries within the league, continuing in non-conference games like the February 2025 overtime loss (8-7).

Notable traditions

One of the most enduring traditions associated with the Manhattan Jaspers is the in , credited to Brother Jasper of Mary, the college's first and the inspiration for the team's nickname. During a 1882 game against the semi-pro Metropolitans on a muggy June day in , Brother Jasper, serving as coach and disciplinarian, noticed the student fans growing restless in the seventh inning of a close contest and instructed them to stand up and stretch to ease tension and refocus attention on the game. This simple act of crowd management quickly became a regular practice for Manhattan College games and was later adopted by professional teams, including the after exhibition matchups against the Jaspers in the late . Today, the stretch remains a hallmark of , symbolizing the Jaspers' historical influence on the sport. The Jaspers' mascot, a green-clad figure portraying Brother Jasper, serves as a lively embodiment of school spirit and appears at all athletic events to rally fans and athletes alike. Officially revived in 2020 after a period of absence, the costumed character draws from the historical Brother Jasper's legacy of leadership and enthusiasm, fostering community engagement through energetic performances and interactions.

Notable figures

Hall of Fame inductees

The Manhattan College Athletics Hall of Fame, established in 1979, recognizes outstanding contributions to the university's athletic programs, with over 300 inductees as of 2025 honoring achievements across various sports, including a substantial representation from men's teams. The Class of 2022 featured the induction of the 1973 NCAA National Championship Men's Indoor Track and Field Team, celebrated for securing the program's only national title in the sport under Fred Dwyer, who earned National Coach of the Year honors that season. Seven team members previously received individual All-American recognition, underscoring their pivotal roles in the victory. , inducted in the Class of 2012, transformed the men's basketball program as head coach from 1992 to 1996, compiling an 85-35 record that remains the best winning percentage in school history and guiding the Jaspers to postseason play in all four seasons, including NCAA Tournament bids in 1993 and 1995. In the Class of 2023, individual inductees from men's included Christian Haar (), recognized for his contributions to the program's success during the MAAC era. The Class of 2025 inducted six individuals on November 8, 2025, continuing the tradition of honoring Jasper legacies.

Prominent coaches and athletes

John Gallagher serves as the head coach of the team, having assumed the role in March 2023 after a successful tenure at the where he led the Hawks to the 2021 NCAA Tournament. At Manhattan, Gallagher compiled a 24-37 overall record through the end of the 2024-25 season, marked by significant year-over-year improvement, including guiding the team from a 7-23 mark in 2023-24 to 17-14 in 2024-25, the third-best single-season turnaround in program history. As of November 2025, the 2025-26 season stands at 2-2. In men's soccer, Bo Kucyna stands out as a prolific scorer from the late and early , holding the program record for career assists with 34 during his time from 1977 to 1980. His offensive contributions helped establish the Jaspers' competitive foundation in the early years of the era. Joe Brennan has emerged as a key figure in Manhattan's men's swimming program during the 2020s, capturing the program's first-ever MAAC individual gold medal in the 100-yard at the 2024 championships with a time of 54.29 seconds, which also set a new Jasper record. Brennan placed eighth in the 200-yard at the same meet and has qualified for postseason events like the ECAC Championships. Doug Sage is the current of the Jaspers men's team, taking over full-time in 2024 after serving as associate head coach; he contributed to the 2022 MAAC Championship as an assistant and has emphasized defensive strategies in a program with a 6-9 record in 2025. Over his tenure with the team since 2021, Sage has helped compile 37 wins while focusing on player development and conference competitiveness. In track and field, Alex Kristeller earned Third Team All-American honors in 2024 for his performance in the weight throw at the NCAA Indoor Championships, highlighted by a personal-best throw of 21.36 meters to win the Invitational earlier that year. His achievements represent a rising profile for the Jaspers' throws group in recent seasons.

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